Red-banded leafhopper, aka, candy-striped leafhopper

Red-banded leafhopper, aka, candy-striped leafhopper

Tue Jun 15, 2010 4:00 pm

Saw my first red-banded leafhopper today, June 15, here in St. Louis, Mo., on my lettuce. They are so pretty, but I understand they can be very damaging to crops. Didn't see any others or any damage. What is the best way to keep these guys from eating my veggies?